Business Operations Assistant
- Employer
- University of Oregon
- Location
- Oregon, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Jan 3, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Financial Affairs
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Business Operations Assistant
Job no: 533200
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Administrative/Office Support, Architecture/Art/Design, Planning/Project Management
Department: DSGN - School of Architecture and Environment
Classification: Administrative Program Assist
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $17.43 - $26.00 per hour
FTE: 1.0
Review of Applications Begins
Position closes January 17, 2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application, including relevant work history, dates of employment, and education. We use that information to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Please also include three professional references. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.
Department Summary
The School of Architecture and Environment (SAE) includes three departments and one program offering accredited professional (leading to licensure or certification) and post-professional education for architects, interior architects, landscape architects, and Historic Preservation through 12-degree programs and post-professional research-based degrees: Bachelor of Architecture, Masters of Arch. Track I & II, Ph.D. Sustainability, Bachelor of Interior Architecture, Masters of Arch. Track I & II, Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Masters of Landscape Architecture, Ph.D. Landscape Architecture, Minor in Historic Preservation, and Master of Science in Historic Preservation. Many of these professional programs are accredited. The School has approximately 50 permanent faculty, approximately 700 students, and a shared office staff of 6, not including student employees.
Position Summary
The School of Architecture and Environment (SAE) seeks a detail-oriented, adaptable, organized, and communicative individual to provide high-level business coordination for our academic and development support portfolios.
The Business Operations Assistant provides direct administrative and operational support to the School of Architecture and Environment (SAE). This position will require the ability to work independently, demonstrate sound judgment, and exercise creative problem-solving skills while providing high-level administrative and business coordination to multiple areas in the School. This will include supporting scheduling, travel, event support, and financial operations for four units. They will interact regularly with external constituents, administrative colleagues, faculty, and students. The Business Operations Assistant will respond to routine and non-routine situations, coordinating the execution of the priorities of the school and interpreting policy and procedure to support the business operations.
Work at this level requires comprehensive knowledge of programs and operations, and the ability to interpret and explain laws, rules, policies, and procedures. The Business Operations Assistant researches and interprets information and responds to inquiries providing advice and direction. The position is also responsible for negotiating with department heads and other course schedulers to resolve problems and reach settlements.
This position requires the ability to complete projects with guidance and input from stakeholders within SAE, and will develop in-depth knowledge of the School of Architecture and Environment's program requirements. This position reports to the School of Architecture and Environment Business Operations Manager and works in collaboration with the School Director, Department and Program Heads, and SAE staff.
Minimum Requirements
- Three years of office experience which included two years at
full performance level and experience generating documents;
and
- Lead work responsibility or coordination of office
procedures.
Professional Competencies
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to
communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse
backgrounds and cultures.
- Commitment to promoting an inclusive work
environment.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with close
attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with overlapping
deadlines and frequent interruptions while maintaining a high level
of customer service and professionalism.
- Proficiency with software programs including MS Office
Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in higher education or related
environment.
- Experience with course scheduling.
- Experience with event planning.
- 1+ years of experience with A/P and A/R.
- Experience providing customer service in a professional
environment.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Proficiency with software programs such as SIS/FIS platforms,
TEAMS, Zoom, or Qualtrics.
- Experience with BANNER, Concur, and/or similar financial
information systems.
FLSA Exempt: No
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/533200/business-operations-assistant
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